In October, I set myself the big, bold goal of running a marathon and started on a 26 week training plan, the plan still has a few weeks to go, and I will run in the Dusseldorf Marathon on April 28th.
Back in October when I did my first run, I ran the grand total of 1.8km in 15 minutes, to be honest I was so unfit that I should have had ambulance men on standby with oxygen, CPR capability, and a set of spare legs.
Today in training I was supposed to do run a 35km, for me this was a major milestone, this was to be my long run, one step closer to being able to run a Marathon .
I actually ran 40km, as I got closer to 35km I thought come on, lets see whether we can do the full distance, we’re so close. So I continued.
As I knocked off the remaining kilometres I knew I was going to be able to complete the goal, as I got close to 40km, I decided to walk the last 2km, confident that I could do it, but I wanted to save the ‘achieving the goal’ for the actual marathon.
When I look back at where I started and how far I have come in just just 5 months, I find it unbelievable.
But I think this just shows what you can achieve when you set yourself a big goal, have a clear plan, determination, focus and the support of your friends and colleagues.
Bring on the Marathon!
You have shown time and again everything is achievable and this is another example of the same… I still remember the first discussion when you talkes about the run….well done…indeed big ..bold
Thanks Mithun much appreciated. I remember the early discussions too, many people suggested that this was crazy and maybe I should have started with a 10k run or Half Marathon. But I wanted an inspiring goal as I was running to raise money for cancer charity. Now i need to focus on that 🙂
Another goal achieved through your drive, determination and dedication. Truly inspiring!
Now you are pushing my limits… well done.. very impressive.
Rajesh, i hope i am inspiring you with what can be achieved rather than just pushing your limits 🙂
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